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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 TJCMOT history

L90 TJC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

L90 TJC blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,053 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TJC was last recorded at 127,053 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 2,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,520 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,533 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,053 miles
  • 2025 – 124,520 miles
  • 2024 – 122,121 miles
  • 2023 – 119,463 miles
  • 2022 – 117,753 miles
  • 2021 – 116,235 miles
  • 2020 – 114,490 miles
  • 2019 – 110,831 miles
  • 2018 – 107,779 miles
  • 2017 – 104,739 miles
  • 2016 – 103,862 miles
  • 2015 – 101,833 miles
  • 2013 – 94,354 miles
  • 2012 – 88,278 miles
  • 2011 – 83,930 miles
  • 2010 – 78,845 miles
  • 2009 – 78,587 miles
  • 2008 – 77,065 miles
  • 2007 – 75,161 miles
  • 2006 – 73,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,053 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,053 miles (+2,533)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,053 miles
    Test number
    719291527283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,520 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,520 miles
    Test number
    613097958219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,121 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,121 miles
    Test number
    323072551914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,463 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,463 miles
    Test number
    219932956231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,753 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    117,753 miles
    Test number
    983282710378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,235 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,235 miles
    Test number
    103303885427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,490 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,490 miles
    Test number
    239901511038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,831 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,831 miles
    Test number
    542395611196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,779 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,779 miles
    Test number
    332857452517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,739 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,739 miles
    Test number
    349645196225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,730 miles (+868)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,730 miles
    Test number
    448102251894
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber casing insecure
    • AdvisorySlight cracking round offside rear tyre wall
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion across underbody components
  12. Pass103,862 miles (+2,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,862 miles
    Test number
    769243144507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres deteriorated on outer sidewalls
  13. Pass101,833 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,833 miles
    Test number
    198454135071
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated on outer sidewall
  14. Fail101,833 miles (+7,479)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,833 miles
    Test number
    418243635033
    • FailureHeadlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated on outer sidewall
  15. Pass94,354 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    94,354 miles
    Test number
    266109013385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,278 miles (+4,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    88,278 miles
    Test number
    627820022348
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass83,930 miles (+5,085)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,930 miles
    Test number
    306439661211
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass78,845 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    634005490267
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  19. Fail78,835 miles (+248)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,835 miles
    Test number
    552544980262
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  20. Pass78,587 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    464159749195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,065 miles
    Test number
    220123138178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,065 miles (+1,904)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,065 miles
    Test number
    840323238135
    • Repaired at testBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)
  23. Pass75,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    440166037191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,161 miles (+2,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    632276437189
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
  25. Pass73,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    73,153 miles
    Test number
    444507336170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TJC

Does L90 TJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TJC is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TJC?
The MOT on L90 TJC is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TJC done?
L90 TJC was recorded at 127,053 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has L90 TJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TJC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on L90 TJC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L90 TJC find?
L90 TJC passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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